Indigenous Physician Wellness and Joy in Work
Indigenous Physician Wellness and Joy in Work
The Indigenous Physician Wellness and Joy in Work (IPWJW) initiative began under the National Consortium for Indigenous Medical Education (NCIME), now known as the National Circle for Indigenous Medical Education. Formed in 2021, this Circle leads Indigenous-driven efforts to transform Indigenous medical education and promote culturally safe care.
Over three years of quarterly collaboration, this group developed a comprehensive framework and an implementation plan, resulting in 18 Calls to Action aimed at enhancing wellness and joy for Indigenous physicians and medical learners.
Read the comprehensive framework on Indigenous Physician Wellness and Joy in Work.
The current IPWJW leadership team includes:
- Dr. Mike Dumont (Chair)
- Dr. Chase McMurren (Associate Chair)
- Elder Syexwaliya
- Dr. Mandy Buss
- Dr. Ryan Giroux
- Melanie Osmack
Past Members
- Past Members
- Dr Ashley Blais
- Dr Mamta Gautam
- Dr Joy Albuquerque
- Dr Jason Pennington
Together, they continue to advance this vital work, partnering with others on the journey toward reconciliation and fostering a culturally safe, supportive, and joyful environment for Indigenous physicians.
Learn more about the 18 Calls to Action here.